Discover the essential apps and tools that truly elevate your productivity without sacrificing your well-being. Join Thanh Pham as he shares personal insights on selecting the right digital companions, from understanding your needs to investing in quality. Learn how self-awareness, strategic choices, and even the right background music can transform your workflow, helping you get more done with less effort.

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In this episode, we dive into Katy Milkman's "Copy & Paste" strategy—a powerful shortcut for behavior change. Instead of reinventing the wheel, learn how to identify "close match" role models and deliberately imitate their specific tactics. We explore the research showing why copying beats planning, share real-world examples from exercise to automation, and give you a 6-step framework to start borrowing success today.

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Deep work isn't just about willpower… it's about strategy. In this episode, I'm breaking down the common mistakes that kill your focus, from poor energy management to environment design that works against you. Learn how to align your tasks with your natural rhythms and set realistic expectations so you can finally get the important things done.

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Stop trying to build new habits from scratch. In this episode, we explore why upgrading your current routines is the secret to sustainable productivity. We dive into the science of the 1% rule, habit stacking, and energy management. Learn how to identify what's already working and apply small, strategic tweaks (like the "Never Miss Twice" rule) to get massive results without the burnout.

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When does your workday actually end—and who gets to decide? In a hybrid world where home and office blur together, it's easy to feel like you're always "on," answering one last email at night and checking Slack before your feet hit the floor in the morning. That constant low-level pull can quietly drain your energy, focus, and enjoyment of work, even when flexibility was supposed to make life better.

This episode breaks down a simple but powerful shift that helps you reclaim your time without sacrificing performance. You'll learn how setting clear, intentional boundaries around your work hours can reduce stress, restore separation between work and life, and make you more effective when you are working. If hybrid work has started to feel like work without an off switch, this conversation will help you put one back in place.

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How do some people consistently turn raw ideas into real, finished work—while others stay stuck waiting for inspiration to strike? In this conversation, Thanh sits down with legendary creative entrepreneur and Parsons professor Jeffrey Madoff to unpack the mindset and structure behind sustainable creativity. From building a fashion company at 22 to producing campaigns for Ralph Lauren and Tiffany, Jeffrey shares how curiosity—not talent alone—has fueled every chapter of his career.

You'll hear why creativity is less about magic and more about systems, how organizing principles help tame chaos, and why delegation is the secret weapon behind high-level creative output. Whether you're a founder, maker, or someone with big ideas you haven't yet shipped, this episode reveals the practical workflow that turns vision into execution—and makes a living from it.

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Learn why systems… not motivation… drive consistent progress. We explore shifting from goal-chasing to system-building through small structural changes. Discover how a "never skip twice" rule and systematic relationship management can lead to long-term results without relying on willpower. Stop waiting for inspiration and start building the engine that powers your productivity every single day.

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Are you tired of the "goal-chasing" treadmill? In this episode, we dive deep into systems thinking—the secret behind consistent progress and long-term results. We explore why goals often lead to "pre-success failure" and how shifting your focus to daily systems, feedback loops, and structural changes can transform your productivity. Learn how to decompose complex tasks, build pipelines for scale, and create the ultimate form of consistency in your life and business.

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